Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan arrived in Hungary on a working visit with his wife Anna Hakobyan.

On November 7, the Prime Minister will participate in the fifth summit of the European Political Community.

Bilateral meetings with international partners are shceduled in Hungary.

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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is participating in the fifth summit of the European Political Community in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. The high-ranking guests of the event were welcomed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

Next, the opening ceremony of the summit took place.

Prime Minister Pashinyan also participated in the round-table discussion titled "Economic Security" with the leaders of a number of countries, which was held in a closed format.

The leaders of the states participating in the summit posed for a family photo.

Prime Minister Pashinyan's meetings with colleagues from different countries are scheduled within the framework of the summit.

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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan participated in the round-table discussion on "Economic Security" within the framework of the European Political Community Summit. It was held in a closed format.

The event was also attended by the leaders of Georgia, Estonia, Turkey, Portugal, Andorra, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Serbia and Latvia.

Prime Minister Pashinyan delivered a speech within the framework of the event.

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Within the framework of the summit of the European Political Community, Prime Minister Pashinyan had a meeting with the Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico.

The interlocutors discussed various issues of mutual interest. In particular, Prime Minister Pashinyan referred to the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process and the latest developments, stressing the Armenian Government's commitment to the peace agenda. At the same time, the Prime Minister presented to his Slovakian counterpart the "Crossroads of Peace" project of the Armenian Government and its principles aimed at unblocking regional communication channels.

Robert Fico expressed Slovakia's support for the peace efforts of the Armenian Government, as well as the "Crossroads of Peace" project.

The interlocutors also exchanged ideas on Armenia-European Union relations. In this context, the parties emphasized the start of the dialogue on visa liberalization.

Nikol Pashinyan and Robert Fico emphasized the importance of bilateral high-level mutual visits for the development of cooperation between Armenia and Slovakia.

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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Bulgarian President Rumen Radev in Budapest.

The interlocutors discussed issues related to Armenia-Bulgaria cooperation, as well as various issues of mutual interest.

In particular, Prime Minister Pashinyan presented to the interlocutor the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, the latest developments in the negotiations and the firm positions of the Armenian side. The Prime Minister emphasized that Armenia expects that as a result of the ongoing discussions, it will be possible to reach an agreement on all points of the draft agreement and sign a peace agreement as a result. Nikol Pashinyan also referred to the Armenian Government's "Crossroads of Peace" project, its goals and principles.

Rumen Radev attached importance to the ongoing process and the provision of peace and stability in the region. The Bulgarian president also expressed hope for the unblocking of regional channels and welcomed the proactive steps taken by the Armenian Government in that direction.

The parties also exchanged ideas on Armenia-EU cooperation.

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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal within the framework of the fifth summit of the European Political Community in Budapest.

During the meeting, the possibilities of development of Armenia-Estonia multi-sectoral cooperation were discussed.

Prime Minister Pashinyan thanked the government of Estonia for the support shown to the strengthening of democracy in Armenia, as well as the advancement of institutional reforms.

In response, Kristen Michal noted that Estonia is ready to continue supporting and sharing its accumulated experience and knowledge.

The parties also referred to issues of Armenia-European Union cooperation. The Prime Minister of Estonia reaffirmed his country's support for the development and expansion of Armenia's relations with the EU.

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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and French President Emmanuel Macron met in Budapest.

The interlocutors discussed issues related to Armenia-France cooperation.

Nikol Pashinyan and Emmanuel Macron emphasized the periodic nature of high-level meetings, which provide an opportunity to discuss both the bilateral agenda and other issues of mutual interest.

The parties discussed issues related to joint projects in the economy, infrastructure and other sectors. Issues related to Armenia-European Union cooperation were discussed, including the reforms implemented in our country with the support of the EU, the dialogue in the direction of visa liberalization.

The sides exchanged ideas on the process of normalization of Armenia-Azerbaijan relations.

Prime Minister Pashinyan stressed Armenia's commitment to the peace agenda and steps to ensure regional security and stability.